SGLT2 inhibitors in T2DM are associated with reduced gastrointestinal cancer risk
Vancouver, Canada — The use of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors is associated with a reduced risk of gastrointestinal (GI) cancer in patients with: type 2 diabetes New evidence emerges in comparison with dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPP4) inhibitors. SGLT2 inhibitors were found to be better than DPP4 inhibitors in reducing the risk of colorectal, liver, […]
Colon cancer risk quadruples within 1 year of appendicitis onset
The research covered in this overview includes: ssrn.com Published as a preprint and has not yet been peer-reviewed. Important points why is this important Previous reports linking appendicitis and colon cancer were mostly based on single-center series limited to people over 40 years of age. A new study documents virtually all cases of appendicitis in […]
F-Hb concentration in FIT may stratify colorectal cancer risk in the elderly
Top line: People over 75 years old (there is no upper age limit) colorectal cancer [CRC] Screening) People with a negative fecal immunochemical test (FIT) but with detectable fecal hemoglobin (f-Hb) concentrations at last screening are more likely to have CRC than those without detectable f-Hb concentrations. from the Netherlands, where research suggests they are […]
Foods that may lower your risk of colon cancer – Cleveland Clinic
If what you eat determines your body, it’s important to eat healthily. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse any non-Cleveland Clinic products or services.policy If you are at high risk of developing the disease colon cancer, certain lifestyle habits can help […]
Does COVID-19 increase the risk of future gastrointestinal problems?
The rapid emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has led to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Several symptoms have been reported following COVID-19 infection, including those that affect the gastrointestinal system. In a recent study published in virus, Scientists are reviewing existing literature to investigate the association between acute SARS-CoV-2 infection […]
Atrophic gastritis, but not Helicobacter pylori infection, may be an independent risk factor for colorectal polyps: a retrospective study in China BMC Gastroenterology Department
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What causes diverticulitis? How it occurs and risk factors
diverticulitis Diverticulosis is an inflammation or infection of the diverticula, which are small sacs in the intestinal tract, caused by diverticulosis. Diverticulitis, typically seen in people over 60 years of age, is responsible for approximately 371,000 emergency department visits annually in the United States. Untreated, diverticulitis can lead to severe infection, intestinal obstruction, or fistula. […]
Cureus Prevalence of hemorrhoids and its risk factors in the adult population of Jizan, Saudi Arabia Background: Hemorrhoids are defined as symptomatic enlargement and distal displacement of the normal anal cushion.
Cureus Prevalence of hemorrhoids and its risk factors in the adult population of Jizan, Saudi Arabia Background: Hemorrhoids are defined as symptomatic enlargement and distal displacement of the normal anal cushion.
Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment
Different types of colon polyps have different shapes and growth patterns. For example, tubular polyps have a growth pattern that resembles regularly arranged tubes. Villous polyps have a lobular growth pattern, while tubular villous polyps exhibit a combination of both growth patterns. Determining the type of polyp helps your health care provider understand your risk […]
NAFLD increases risk of colorectal adenomatous polyps
Top line: Non-alcoholic fatty liver Results from a large study show that NAFLD is an independent risk factor for precancerous colorectal adenomatous polyps in men and women. methodology: Researchers retrospectively examined medical records of adults who underwent abdominal ultrasound; colonoscopy The study was conducted at a single hospital in China from January 2018 to December […]